Diane Y. Welch
A Community Asset
retelling people's stories, past and present
Books,Newspapers and Magazines
Books
2026
Release of 100 Years of Enduring Elegance: the Rowhouses and Estates of Rancho Santa Fe, California Published by Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society.
2015
Release of The Life and Times of Lilian J. Rice, Master Architect Published by Schiffer Publishing, Atglen, PA.
2010
Release of Lilian J. Rice, Architect of Rancho Santa Fe, California Published by Schiffer Publishing, Atglen, PA. First place in biography category, San Diego Book Awards, 2011.
2008
Release of Del Mar Fairgrounds, Images of America Series. Published by Arcadia Publishing, Mount Pleasant, SC.
2006
Release of Encinitas, Images of America Series. Published by Arcadia Publishing, Mount Pleasant, SC.
Celebrity Articles
Through my work in local press, I’ve had the opportunity to cover internationally recognized figures whose stories intersect with our community—whether at charity events, book signings, or public appearances. My past coverage includes Kathryn and Mary Crosby, Dame Zandra Rhodes, Prince Harry, Jenny Craig, Shawn Colvin, Diane Keaton, Glenn Close, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Louise Harrison, Alicia Gwynn, Dave Stewart, Marlee Matlin, Robert Whitaker, Clint Hill, Hugh Hewitt, Betty Lou Phillips, Richard Dreyfus and many notable achievers throughout North County San Diego.
Magazine Articles
For over 20 years I have been a regular contributor to several magazines, notably:
Artworks Magazine, the Bishop's Alumni Magazine, Vintage Allies Magazine, Where San Diego Magazine, Pacific San Diego Magazine, Ranch and Coast Magazine, San Diego Magazine, and more. Featured articles include profiles on Dame Zandra Rhodes, fine artist Eleanor Antin, portrait photographer Leslie Hoffman, the City Ballet of San Diego, artist Kim McConnell, master portrait artist Jennifer Chapman, Cirque de Soleil and more.